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The Little Nest. Spacious house in the heart of town

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Interior
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Kenmare, Kerry
  • Place, Cromwell's Bridge
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Beara Way Walk
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kenmare Stone Circle
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Killarney (KIR-Kerry)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Little Nest. Spacious house in the heart of town

Stay in our cosy 3 bedroom home in the heritage town of Kenmare. Just a short walk to lively pubs, great restaurants, and local shops. Nestled between the Kerry and Cork mountains, it’s the perfect base for exploring the Ring of Kerry and Ring of Beara. Includes Wi-Fi and free parking.

The Space:
The Little Nest is a perfect base for your holiday, ideal for families with children or friends looking to stay close to town.

Ground floor:
Spacious living room with a sofa and a comfy sofa bed.
Fully equipped kitchen and dining area for relaxed meals.
Guest toilet and washing machine (no tumble dryer).

First floor:
Main bedroom with a Super King bed and private en suite (shower only).
Second bedroom with a double bed.
Third bedroom with bunk beds - great for kids or the young at heart.
Main bathroom with bath and shower.

Super fast Wi-Fi and a Smart TV included.
Travel cot available on request.

Guest access:
The house is just a short stroll from the town centre, so you can enjoy everything Kenmare has to offer on foot. Simply park your car and follow the walking path straight into town, no need to drive during your stay.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No eating or drinking in the bedrooms/upstairs.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Kenmare

Kenmare is home to this holiday home. Hutchin's Folly and Kenmare Heritage Centre are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Derreen Gardens and Muckross Traditional Farm.
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Kenmare, Kerry

What's nearby

  • Cromwell's Bridge - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kenmare Heritage Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Beara Way Walk - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kenmare Stone Circle - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kenmare Golf Club - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Killarney Station - 27 min drive
  • Killarney (KIR-Kerry) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪PF McCarthys - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bean & Batch - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mulcahys Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Atlantic Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Casey's Bar & Restaurant - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Little Nest. Spacious house in the heart of town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Little Nest. Spacious house in the heart of town?

As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Little Nest. Spacious house in the heart of town on 24 May 2026 start from AU$604, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Little Nest. Spacious house in the heart of town?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Little Nest. Spacious house in the heart of town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Little Nest. Spacious house in the heart of town?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Little Nest. Spacious house in the heart of town located?

Situated in Kenmare, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Our Lady's Well, Kenmare Heritage Centre and St. Patrick's Church. Beara Way Walk and Cromwell's Bridge are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 32 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 32 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal location, clean and comfortable lodgings, a great experience! I highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a convenient location. Easy walk to town. Check-in and check-out is a breeze. Nice space.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sloane N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location and great place

Loved our visit
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee - I.C.E. L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the Little Nest. Perfect for four adults (with room for more). Easy walk into Kenmare for restaurants, pubs and history, plus easy access to a day or two spent exploring the Ring of Kerry. House is well appointed, equipped kitchen, very clean, laundry, parking out front and a nice quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place to stay!

Good place to stay. Short walk into town was great. We enjoyed it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Large well stocked house

Lovely spacious place. Quiet area close to town. Quick and easy communications with host. One of the best equipped places I have stayed at in Ireland.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darragh M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Easy walk into beautiful Kenmare, where there are great restaurants and pubs. Very quiet location with easy self check in and check out. Very comfortable beds as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Lisa O.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kenmare house

We spend three nights here and it was great. An easy walk to downtown and a spacious place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient and cute!

We loved Kenmare! This house was incredibly convenient to the heart of town, and was tidy and had everything we could need. Our host was great at communicating, and had terrific suggestions for food and coffee. Highly recommend this spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Loved the location! Clean and beds were comfortable. Communication was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tom A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kenmare first!

Enjoyed the town, surroundings, and historical sites! Could not have asked for a better location to stay. We walked into town for everything and had a clean quiet place to return every night.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edmond O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

The house was exactly what we wanted for our stay in Kenmare - comfortable and great location with just a short walk to town. It was a great central point to all our vacation destinations in Kerry and Cork.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place. Very clean. Beautiful city.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fearghal and Katherine - amazing hosts!!

To say we were treated well is an understatement. Very nice property close to stores and town/pubs! Excellent accommodations and hosts were extremely responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brennan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great two-story home stay near Kenmare town

We loved everything about this place: a lovely walk to town, a nice back yard, spacious bed and living room areas. Verrrry comfortable. And Kenmare is a big small town with great live trad music pubs!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James Walter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice, Tidy & Comfortable

This is a modern, up to date house with all the needed amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOANN M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kenmare cottage

We had a lovely visit to kenmare. The house was charming with a well appointed kitchen. The manager was very prompt in returning calls. We will come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Nest

Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and cozy house

This is a great spot for a visit to Kenmare and the surrounding area, including Killarney National Park. The home is clean, cozy and well located, within a short walk to the town center along a well-lit sidewalk and path in a residential area. Parking right outside the house is a real bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janell C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to stay for the Ring of Kerry!

Lovely home for a family of five. Very clean and spacious. Great spot in Kenmare. The host was very attentive, making sure we got in okay and everything was in order. We would have loved to have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to town center

Nice location within easy walking distance to town. Unit was certainly adequate for our needs. Unfortunately, it rained the entire time we were there. But that’s Ireland, isn’t it?
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very pleasant stay. Wish we had been there longer

Very comfortable. A bit of a walk to town for me though. Not for the younger guys, just me. The older one
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grass

Location was ok
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Irish cottage experience great location.

Very clean and cozy. Plenty of beds, very comfortable. well appointed kitchen. Lots of hot water. Usb charging station is bedrroms were super convenient. Convenient location to town center and groceries. Excellent communication. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Red G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location in a great town!

The Little Nest was the perfect location for exploring Kenmare and surrounding area. You can walk downtown for all the shops, restaurants and pubs. The energy on the streets was always vibrant and enthusiastic! For driving to Killarney, the house is located on the outskirts of town so you can hit the main road without having to navigate through all the shoppers in the downtown. Then house is well stocked throughout. We cooked amazing meals with local produce and lamb. Communications with Catherine Ann were excellent. Immediate responses to every request and question we had. Kenmare is a great town to visit and great location for touring the Ring of Kerry, Dingle Peninsula and Killarney National Park. And The Little Nest is the perfect house to relax in at the end of the day.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Katherine-Ann

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Why they chose this property

The house is in a quiet, friendly residential area. It’s peaceful and perfect for relaxing after a day out yet just a short walk from the lively town centre with shops, pubs and restaurants close by.

Getting around is easy. The house is just a 10 minute walk (850m) from the town centre. A convenience store is 5 minutes away on foot (450m) and three local supermarkets are just a 2 minute drive, perfect if you fancy staying in and cooking.

You’ll be perfectly placed to explore all that Kenmare has to offer. Here are some of my favourite things to do, plus a few extra ideas:

Kenmare Bay is stunning, especially in the early morning light, well worth an early walk. For the more adventurous, you can scuba dive or take a boat tour to see the local seal colony.

A visit to a traditional Irish farm is great for families. Walk among the animals, learn about the Irish Potato Famine, watch a bread making demo and get a feel for rural Irish life.

Kenmare itself is a colourful and charming town. Take time to wander the streets, pop into a traditional pub for a hearty meal and soak up the atmosphere. If you're here on a Wednesday don’t miss the Kenmare Farmers Market, it’s full of local produce, handmade crafts and souvenirs.

The house is right on the Kerry Way, ideal for walkers and those planning to drive the Ring of Kerry. The scenic 200km route takes you through Killarney National Park and along breathtaking coastal roads. It takes around 4 hours to drive, longer if you stop (which you should!).
Tip: Tour buses travel counterclockwise so go clockwise to avoid getting stuck behind them and set off before 9am to beat the traffic.

You can also explore the Ring of Beara. Head out of Kenmare on the N71 towards Glengarriff, crossing the suspension bridge. The 128km route includes highlights like the Healy Pass, Castletownbere, Dursey Island and the colourful villages of Allihies, Eyeries and Ardgroom.

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